TEMECULA, CA — The 5th annual 'Way out West Fest' returns to Temecula this week, bringing a rodeo experience including bull riding and live country music to the Old Town Ranch.
The Oct. 10 fundraiser will be held at 43453 Avenida Felicita Road in Temecula, according to the event website. It will feature a full day of Western-themed entertainment, including junior bull riding, ranch sorting, mutton bustin', a mechanical bull, line dancing, boutique shopping, children's activities and live country music headlined by national recording artist Michael Ray.
Gates open at noon, with arena activities scheduled from noon to 6 p.m. and live music running from 5:30 to 10 p.m., according to Charity for Charity. All ages are welcome.
Joining Michael Ray on the 2026 music lineup are Presley Tennant and Joe Peters.
The annual Way Out West Fest is Charity for Charity founder Charity Prestifilippo's signature annual fundraiser. Proceeds from sponsorships, ticket sales and donations support the Temecula-based nonprofit's mission of granting wishes and providing support to individuals and families facing life-altering medical challenges.
Festival-goers can expect plenty happening beyond the concert stage.
"AK Bucking Bulls will oversee junior bull riding, while the day's Western competitions and activities also include ranch sorting and mutton bustin'. Organizers are also planning a mechanical bull, roping dummies, a petting zoo, carnival games and face painting," the event website states.
Also for visitors, a marketplace will feature vendors selling jewelry, custom hats, clothing, candles and other goods, while food trucks will serve festival-goers throughout the day along with festival favorites including kettle corn, cotton candy and snow cones.
During the day, there will be a host of arena competitions and attractions, all independently operated by outside vendors, Charity for Charity noted. These may require additional registration, fees or waivers.
Word on the street says a few local notables will be taking part in the competition.
General admission tickets are $35 for adults and $15 for children 13 and younger. Children under 2 are admitted free. A family package for two adults and two children is $90.
Reserved rodeo seating is $50 for adults and $30 for children, while several concert upgrades are also available.
VIP Patriot Pit admission is $75, with reserved VIP chair or table seating priced at $100. A limited tailgate concert experience for up to six adults is also available.
The Way Out West Fest takes place Saturday, Oct. 10, at Old Town Ranch in Temecula.
What To Know
When: Saturday, Oct. 10. Gates open at noon.
Where: Old Town Ranch, Temecula: 43453 Avenida Felicita Road.
Entertainment: Michael Ray, Presley Tennant and Joe Peters
Activities: Junior bull riding, ranch sorting, mutton bustin', mechanical bull, petting zoo, carnival games, face painting, shopping and food trucks
Tickets: General admission begins at $35 for adults and $15 for children 13 and younger; children under 2 are free.
Tickets and additional information are available through Charity for Charity's Way Out West Fest page.
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